Rowlands Gill Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Rowlands Gill's November 2024 crime profile, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 6.6% below the UK average. The 19 incidents of violence and sexual offences—3.5 per 1,000 residents—exceed the UK average by 36%, underscoring a persistent local issue. This category's prominence may be linked to the area's character as a built-up district within Gateshead, where concentrated populations and limited public space could contribute to higher interpersonal crime. Shoplifting and drug-related offences also show notable spikes, with the former rising 400% from October to November. These trends align with seasonal factors, such as the timing of Black Friday and the impact of darker evenings on retail activity. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, reflects a combination of local demographics and national trends. The area's relatively low property crime rate (10 incidents) compared to violent crime suggests a different risk profile than larger urban centres, where property crime often dominates. This contrast may be influenced by Rowlands Gill's smaller scale and proximity to Gateshead's broader infrastructure. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night and the start of holiday shopping—likely exacerbates certain crime trends. Residents and local authorities must balance awareness of these patterns with the broader context of the area's lower-than-average overall crime rate.

November 2024 saw dramatic spikes in specific crime categories. Shoplifting surged by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents), potentially influenced by Black Friday activity. Similarly, drug-related offences increased by 300% (1 to 4), though this remains below the UK average for drugs at 0.3 per 1,000. Other theft also rose sharply, doubling from 1 to 3 incidents. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell by two-thirds (from 9 to 3), which may reflect seasonal changes or temporary community initiatives. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 48.7% of all crimes—were 36% higher than the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge. The breakdown shows a stark imbalance in the crime mix, with violent crime dominating over property crime (19 vs 10 incidents). Residents may find the 44.4% month-on-month increase in overall crime rates particularly noteworthy.

Rowlands Gill's November 2024 crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 44.4% increase from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000. This rise, though significant, still places the area 6.6% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the local figure translates to roughly one reported crime per day over the 30-day period—a rate that, while notable, remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the area's population of 5,503, the monthly exposure equates to one crime occurring for every 141 residents. This statistic contextualises the experience of residents, showing that while the rate has risen, the absolute number of incidents remains modest. The shift in crime patterns may reflect seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and the timing of Black Friday. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that Rowlands Gill's crime profile, though rising, is not severe compared to its size.